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DCP 858S

1977 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,558 mi
Last recorded35,558 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2014
Typical for 1977 MG Midget56,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCP 858S
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2014 35,558 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 35,241 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 34,619 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 33,654 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2011 33,654 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 33,554 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 33,317 miles

o/s sill to floorpan corroding

oil leaks

play in both steering trackrods

play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 13 Aug 2008 32,425 miles

oil leak

play in n/s and o/s/f steering track rods

play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 31 Jul 2007 31,905 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2006 36,280 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 36,280 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2005 30,861 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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DCP 858S is a 1977 MG Midget in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,429 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DCP 858S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DCP 858S registered?

DCP 858S is a 1977 MG Midget, first registered on 20 October 1977.

Is DCP 858S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCP 858S shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DCP 858S have outstanding finance?

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